USA) - 256 bhp (PS) (188 kW) S38B35 Engine with 9.8:1 Compression. All US-Specification M5s were comprehensively optioned. Leather Door Panels, Leather Center Console, Full Trunk Carpeting, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Sunroof, Power Seats, Cruise Control, On-Board Computer, Central Locking and
Shadowline Trim were standard. The only option on a US-Specification M5 was electrically heated front seats. All US-Spec M5s were finished in "Schwarz" or Jet Black. Technically all US-Spec M5s were exclusively finished with Natur although a handful were equipped with Black Leather as this was also available in Canada as an option.